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Dam Area Pavilion

Lake Greeson — lakeside, fishing

Location: Murfreesboro, AR, AR

Price: From $50 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

Dam Area Pavilion is located within the Dam Area Campground on beautiful Lake Greeson. The pavilion is a large, covered group day use shelter available for reserving. Several picnic tables, one large grill, electric outlets, swim beaches, and water spigot are available for use.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 0%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Restrooms, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Boat Launch

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/dam-area-pavilion to be notified when sites open up.

Beautiful lakeside pavilion and day-use area on Lake Greeson with excellent fishing for trout and swimming opportunities. Highly rated by campers (4.8/5 stars) for its peaceful setting, clean facilities, and spacious grounds.

Wildlife alert: Great Blue Herons, White-tailed Deer, Eastern Gray Squirrels, Carolina Wrens, Northern Cardinals, American Crows, Southern Black Racers, Eastern Hognose Snakes, and Prairie Lizards documented in the area.

Insider tips for Dam Area Pavilion: Arrive early to secure a spot — this is a popular local favorite. Visit during peak trout season for best fishing conditions. Water levels can drop significantly; verify swimming depth if traveling with small children.

Skip Dam Area Pavilion if: You need hookups — no hookups available at most sites.. You're planning to visit outside May through October — seasonal closure.. You prefer spontaneous visits — federal campground requires advance booking..

Best time to visit Dam Area Pavilion: May through October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only..

Nearby campgrounds: Riverside Day Use Area (Murfreesboro, AR), Parker Creek (MURFREESBORO, AR), Cowhide Cove (MURFREESBORO, AR), Kirby Landing (Kirby, AR).

Cell Phone Coverage at Dam Area Pavilion

Cell signal at Dam Area Pavilion (Murfreesboro, AR): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.

  • Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Murfreesboro, AR, AR★ 4 (0 reviews)From $50/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Dam Area Pavilion is located within the Dam Area Campground on beautiful Lake Greeson. The pavilion is a large, covered group day use shelter available for reserving. Several picnic tables, one large grill, electric outlets, swim beaches, and water spigot are available for use.

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LIVE · weather + fire + AQI + availability + wildlife

Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsElectric Hookups
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
RestroomsBoat Launch

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need hookups — no hookups available at most sites.✕ You're planning to visit outside May through October — seasonal closure.✕ You prefer spontaneous visits — federal campground requires advance booking.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Arrive early to secure a spot

this is a popular local favorite.

Visit during peak trout season for best fishing conditions.

Water levels can drop significantly; verify swimming depth if traveling with small children.

Best: May through October

Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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at campground coordinates

Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 100%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: Verizon.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Great Blue Herons, White-tailed Deer, Eastern Gray Squirrels, Carolina Wrens, Northern Cardinals, American Crows, Southern Black Racers, Eastern Hognose Snakes, and Prairie Lizards documented in the area.

Location

Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
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870-285-2151· Lake Greeson
Getting there →

From AR-27, turn left onto W 13th ST. At the 4-way Stop turn right onto AR-19N. Continue to follow AR-19N approximately 6 miles and then turn right onto Dynamite Hill RD.

Campground entrance

Google Maps API

Community

#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Lake Greeson fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Lake Greeson before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Dam Area Pavilion cost per night?+
Dam Area Pavilion costs $50 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Dam Area Pavilion open?+
Dam Area Pavilion is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Dam Area Pavilion have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Dam Area Pavilion?+
Dam Area Pavilion is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Dam Area Pavilion?+
Dam Area Pavilion is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Dam Area Pavilion?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Dam Area Pavilion is rated weak. Best carrier: Verizon. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Dam Area Pavilion open, and what are check-in times?+
Dam Area Pavilion is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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$50 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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FAQ
How much does Dam Area Pavilion cost per night?+
What season is Dam Area Pavilion open?+
Does Dam Area Pavilion have hookups?+
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Riverside Day Use Area

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From $50/night

Parker Creek

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From $16/night

Cowhide Cove

MURFREESBORO, AR

From $16/night

Kirby Landing

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From $20/night

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